International Journal of Computer Science Issues

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Abstract Electronic war between states is no less dangerous in its implications and challenges than traditional military war. In fact, it may be even more dangerous, targeting a nations unity, security, and stability. It may be able to provoke long-lasting discord and division with minimal effort and cost, and thus achieve the goal of multiplying the internal front cohesive spreading lies, and falsifying documents. This would cause confusion for citizens, and lead to a state of weakness and sometimes a decline in freedom of expression, as well as an increase in confrontation and fear, resulting in demands for an excuse or even an explanation of what happened. Cyber-attacks on computers and government agencies servers may occur through the installation of viruses into computers operating system. This is a psychological process par excellence; because it has a negative impact in terms of users lack of awareness of what is happening. This may raise doubts and increase fears, causing a frightening shock if an unexpected result occurs. Attempts could be made to exert pressure and to carry out political blackmail or bargaining in order to obtain further confidential information.